Building Worker - REPOST

City of Vancouver - CA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Metro Vancouver is hiring a Building Worker to clean and maintain civic buildings. This role involves performing manual tasks, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safe operations. The ideal candidate has a recognized building services certification and knowledge of janitorial practices. Offering a pay range of $27.99 to $32.77 per hour, this position aligns with the City's commitment to a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Experience performing a variety of routine manual tasks in cleaning and maintenance.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use cleaning equipment properly.
• Working knowledge of janitorial materials and tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks in civic buildings.
• Report maintenance needs and perform minor repairs.
• Manage waste disposal and maintain cleanliness of facilities.

Skills

Manual tasks performance

Knowledge of cleaning materials and methods

Ability to prioritize tasks

Teamwork

Education

Completion of a recognized certification program in building services

Tools

Janitorial tools and equipment

Job description

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

The Building Worker position performs a full range of cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in, and around, civic buildings, with the goal of keeping buildings clean and maintained in a safe and healthy manner and notifying direct supervisor of the need for any building repairs and maintenance.

This position requires a wide range of availability to cover operational needs, which are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including overnight shifts, weekends and statutory holidays.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans spaces inside civic buildings; including but not limited to offices, meeting rooms, common spaces, bathrooms, kitchens, change rooms, steam rooms
• Mops, washes, waxes and buffs floors and vacuums carpeted flooring
• Washes and sanitizes washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers and fixtures
• Cleans mirrors, windows, window coverings, and glass
• Washes walls, doors, hardware and glass
• Cleans public entrances and exits including but not limited to glass, doors and hardware
• Cleans exterior grounds, spaces, parking lots and stairways
• Cleans, washes and sanitizes drinking fountains, sinks and counters
• Refills soap dispensers, toilet paper, paper towel and other supplies
• Empties waste baskets, garbage cans, and recycling
• Empties Zero Waste Stations into appropriate bins
• Dusts furniture and fixtures
• Opens doors for regular operating hours, locks doors after operating hours and checks to ensure that hazards are prevented
• Reports maintenance needs, damages and acts of vandalism to Supervisor
• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas, using snow shovels and spreading ice melt/salt in areas
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to buildings and facilities
• Maintains storage areas, cleaning equipment, materials and supplies in a safe and orderly manner
• Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes and tags accordingly if ballast failure
• Sets up, arranges, and removes tables, chairs to prepare for events such as events and meetings
• Performs custodial and minor maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, replacing ceiling tiles, tightening loose door knobs, and unplugging toilets, sinks and drains
• Performs regularly scheduled deep cleaning tasks including, but not limited to, stripping, waxing and buffing floors, carpet cleaning and shampooing, power washing, high and low dusting, and cleaning blinds
• Performs regularly scheduled checks of emergency lights and fire extinguishers and reports on findings
• Provides information of building repairs and maintenance for Work Order to be approved by Supervisor
• Adheres to safety methods and procedures, departmental processes, and corporate policies
• Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized certification program in building services work and some related experience
• Experience performing a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of buildings
• Experience operating and using janitorial tools, equipment and supplies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of materials, tools, methods, safety practices and equipment used in janitorial and maintenance work
• Ability to arrange an effective work schedule under minimum direct instruction
• Good health and strength sufficient to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of buildings
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations and understanding of utilizing WHMIS – MSDS
• Knowledge of qualities and uses of various cleaning, sanitizing, stripping and waxing compounds
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products and correct applications
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and procedures
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively with a team
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort
• Ability to explain and demonstrate instructions and guidelines to others effectively

Record Checks

• A current and valid BC Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record, where applicable
• Successful Police Record Check or Enhanced Reliability Check is required by location. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position

Business Unit/Department: Arts Culture Community Service (1200)

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks

Position Start Date: January 2026

Number of Positions Available: multiple

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-013: $27.99 to $32.77 per hour

Application Close: November 28, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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